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http://myhalalkitchen.com/keema-indian-spiced-ground-beef/#commentsThu, 09 Aug 2012 12:07:41 +0000http://www.myhalalkitchen.com/?p=11179The first time I ever had Keema (that wonderful Indian-spiced ground beef dish) was during one of my very first Suhoor (pre-dawn) meals with family friends. I was invited to spend the weekend with them in Chicago during Ramadan. I had no idea whatsoever that people actually ate savory foods for a meal so early ...

]]>The first time I ever had Keema (that wonderful Indian-spiced ground beef dish) was during one of my very first Suhoor (pre-dawn) meals with family friends. I was invited to spend the weekend with them in Chicago during Ramadan. I had no idea whatsoever that people actually ate savory foods for a meal so early in the morning.

The ladies of the family {who are originally from Pakistan} served it to me on a plate with homemade carrot halwa and freshly homemade chappati bread. I was on cloud nine- it was exactly what my body needed and liked just before a fasting day. I never got the recipe for it, but have re-created by own based on the flavors I love and what tastes familiar from the first time I was able to experience it.

I like using the above ingredients because they really pack a punch- and no Indo-Pakistani savory dish would be done right if there wasn’t the ginger-garlic paste or combo involved first…

The go-to beef in this recipe is Midamar Halal’s Organic Ground Beef. It’s organic and humanely raised- AND they ship anywhere around the U.S. How convenient is that? It’s super delicious, too…

A closer look at the spices- turmeric powder doesn’t really add too much flavor (though I think it has a distinct smell), but it definitely colors the food a bit. Just don’t get it on your clothes or white counter- it will stain- and your counter is much easier to clean than your crispy white shirt or apron.

Cayenne, paprika, mild curry, ground cumin– this spice combo is what really enamors me and I use it in a lot of other meat dishes

To a sauté pan where the onions and jalapeño have already heated up, add the ground meat.

And add the ground spices on top

Mix and combine

Mix and combine even more

Then leave it alone for a bit to cook. Drain off any excess oil.

Plate it nice and warm, with fresh bread- chapati, pita, whatever you have and like